Serving 822 students in grades 9-12, Wilson Memorial High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Wilson Memorial High School's student population of 822 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
822 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilson Memorial High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson Memorial High School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#274 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
6%
22%
White
81%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Memorial High School's ranking?
Wilson Memorial High School is ranked #274 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Wilson Memorial High School often compared to?
Wilson Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stuarts Draft High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wilson Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Wilson Memorial High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Wilson Memorial High School?
822 students attend Wilson Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Wilson Memorial High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson Memorial High School?
Wilson Memorial High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilson Memorial High School offer ?
Wilson Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Memorial High School part of?
Wilson Memorial High School is part of Augusta Co PBLC Schs School District.
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